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IEM eSports debut Australian event attracts 8 million global viewers
The Australian debut of IEM eSports at Sydney’s Qudos Bank Arena earlier this month has been declared an unqualified success with a 15,000 live audience and 8 million unique...
May 18, 2017
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Minister announces appointments to New Zealand cultural bodies
New Zealand Arts, Culture and Heritage Minister Maggie Barry has announced the appointment of new members to the boards of the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra (NZSO), Heritage...
May 18, 2017
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VMA to welcome new board members
In advance of its 2017 Venue Industry Congress in Sydney, the Venue Management Association (VMA) has announced the results of the recent ballot for the 2017 Active Board...
May 18, 2017
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AEG Facilities accounts for 50% of ticket sales in top 10 global arenas
AEG Facilities have dominated Pollstar ’s 2017 first quarter rankings, with 24 affiliated arenas appearing on the list of the top 100 arenas worldwide. With AEG managing the two...
May 18, 2017
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Australian first as Adelaide Crows acquire eSports team
In a move signalling the growing links between traditional and online sports, the AFL's Adelaide Crows have entered the world of competitive video gaming, acquiring a...
May 17, 2017
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Green Day fans share experiences live from Auckland’s Spark Arena
While American rock band Green Day rocked out the newly renamed and revamped Spark Arena last Saturday and Sunday night, fans were able to capture their concert experience while...
May 17, 2017
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Dax Eddy takes on AALARA Presidency
Dax Eddy, Executive Director of the Jamberoo Action Park and long time member of the Board of the Australian Amusement, Leisure and Recreation Association (AALARA), has this...
May 17, 2017
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Promoters slam exclusive Wellington venues ticket deal
Ticketmaster's appointment as the exclusive ticketing agency for four of Wellington’s major venues "without any consultation" has been slammed by the New Zealand Promoters’...
May 16, 2017
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St Kilda’s Palais Theatre to reopen after $26 million refurbishment
After a $26 million refurbishment, St Kilda’s Palais Theatre is set to reopen to the public on Thursday for the St Kilda Film Festival. Having nearly closed in 2014 after its...
May 16, 2017
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Resellers beat fans to Ed Sheeran tour tickets as Ticketek site crashes
Fans wanting to see popular singer Ed Sheeran’s 2018 Australian tour have been left frustrated in their attempts to buy tickets after resellers accessed large amounts of the...
May 15, 2017
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Battlefield Sports introduces new ‘sci-fi’ laser tag gun in fast growing market
Laser gaming market leader Battlefield Sports has introduced a new laser ‘gun’ for science fiction style live action role-playing games. With Battlefield Sports priding itself...
May 15, 2017
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Laser Tag exhibitors on the attack at AALARA 2017 Trade Show
With rising interest and participation in laser gaming, the fast growing laser tag sector will be showcased over the coming days at the Australian Amusement, Leisure and...
May 14, 2017
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New Australia Council grants for regional and remote arts touring projects
The Australia Council for the Arts has announced more than $2.8 million for three arts touring programs - Playing Australia, Contemporary Music Touring Program and Contemporary...
May 14, 2017
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Adelaide Show death charges to proceed against safety inspection company
Charges over the death of an eight-year-old girl, who was thrown from an amusement ride at the Royal Adelaide Show in 2014, is to proceed after a ruling by the South Australian...
May 13, 2017
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Labor shadow minister slams Google and Viagogo over sales of fake concert tickets
Australian Labor’s Shadow Arts Minister, Tony Burke, has used a speech in the Federal Parliament this week to slam ticket reselling website Viagogo and search engine Google over...
May 13, 2017
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WACA to host December Ashes Test
Ending speculation that the December hosting of the third Ashes Test might be held at the new Perth Stadium, Cricket Australia has confirmed that the match will be hosted at the...
May 12, 2017
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GOMA to be transformed by dramatic light installation
A major light installation by US artist James Turrell is set to transform the Queensland Gallery of Modern Art (GOMA) and complete the original vision for the structure in its...
May 11, 2017
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SeatGeek flags global developments in primary ticketing
SeatGeek’s recent US$56 million acquisition of Israeli ticketing software company TopTix looks set to have an impact on ticketing markets around the world. With the acquisition...
May 11, 2017
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How does Australia compare to global venue benchmarks?
Lifelong learning is pivotal in any industry to continue to improve the currency of professionals - and even more so in the entertainment, sport and venue industries, which is...
May 10, 2017
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Chinese Super League delivers virtual reality in live broadcasts
In a first for virtual reality in sport and entertainment, the broadcast of the 6th May Chinese Super League (CSL) fixture between Chongqing Lifan FC and Henan Jianye FC...
May 10, 2017
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Federal Budget confirms return of Australia Council arts funds
Federal Treasurer Scott Morrison’s 2017/18 budget, handed down in Canberra on last night, has confirmed that funds from the Catalyst - Australian Arts and Culture Fund are to be...
May 9, 2017
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Disney leader to give global perspective on attractions safety at AALARA 2017
Greg Hale, Chief Safety Officer and Vice President of Worldwide Safety and Health for Walt Disney Parks and Resorts and International Association of Amusement Parks and...
May 9, 2017
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National Association for the Visual Arts announces leadership change
After 22 years, National Association for the Visual Arts (NAVA) Executive Director Tamara Winikoff has announced her resignation from the peak national body protecting and...
May 8, 2017
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New Venues NSW board announced to oversee major venues
Former ANZ Stadium Board Chair Christine McLoughlin is to head a new Venues NSW Board and Executive Team responsible for the delivery of new sporting and major event...
May 7, 2017
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